Quinnessential Lessons

These Math Monster were inspired by my daughter when she was in first grade. All four color by numbers worksheets are Common Core aligned for first and second grade (1.OA.6 and 2.OA.2) The first two sheets (one addition/one subtraction) contain combinations of 10 and under. The second two sheets (one addition/one subtraction) contain combinations of 19 and under. This a fun way for students to practice their addition and subtraction facts. Any questions or concerns? Do not hesitate to ask.

These four games are Common Core Aligned. They reinforce addition and subtraction. Each two- player game contains a game board and directions sheet. The Add One and Subtract One games require a single die. The Add It Up and Take It Away games require two dice. *Alternate use - copy the game board/directions and send home to play with a family member* Borders and Clip Art by: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Thedabblingspeechie http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Wild-About-Teac

This freebie is for all the 5th grade teachers out there that are as frustrated as I am. Trying to find supplemental worksheet as we transition to the Common Core has been a challenge. All my "old" practice sheets contain Algebraic Expression which are not covered in the 5th grade Common Core. So here is a two sided worksheet that just contains numerical expressions. The answer key is provided. Enjoy! Any questions or problems? Do not hesitate to ask. Kim

These color by numbers are a fun way to review place value of whole numbers and decimals. The first 3 sheet cover whole number place value while the second 3 concentrate on decimal place value Any questions or concerns? Do not hesitate to ask. Kim

My students love playing this game each year. It is perfect for reinforcing converting between improper fractions and mixed numbers. The game has a color version as well as a black and white version. This game works well with two or three players. If you want games of four or five players make two copies of each page. This will result in a deck that is similar to a deck of playing cards (Where you have two duplicate matches that are possible.) Student must match each improper fraction to the

This printable Holiday Turkey is perfect for the last few days before Thanksgiving. The color by numbers activity is aligned with the Common Core Standards (5.OA.1). Students solve each of the numerical expressions using order of operations. Then using the color code on the page, students color each sections of the turkey. I have added a page for students to show their work and an answer key Graphics by http://www.mycutegraphics.com/ Any questions? Do not hesitate to ask. Kim

I Have, Who Has? activities are a simple way to review a concept with your students. Traditionally the game is played with the whole class This game is aligned with the 5th grade Common Core (5.NBT.1) Any questions, do not hesitate to ask.

I Have, Who Has? activities are a simple way to review a concept with your students. Traditionally the game is played with the whole class (see below for variations). This game is aligned with the 5th grade Common Core (5.OA.2) You get two versions of the game in one. The green set of cards uses the solution of the written form of the numerical expression.(Example - "I have 24 - who has the difference of twelve and four?" which links to the card "I have 8, who has the product of ten and sev

These holiday task cards are Common Core Aligned (5.OA.2). The cards come in color and black and white. Students match cards that contain numerical expressions with the equivalent word phrases. This activity contains the following for both the color version and the black and white: 12 numerical expression cards 12 matching word phrases recording sheet answer sheet directions page title page Alterna

This game is designed to reinforce number identification and subitizing. The game contains all two dice combinations 2 – 12 as well as single die 1 – 6. Cards can also be used as a memory game for 1 or more players. The game works best with 2 players but can be played with up to 4. If playing with 4 players I would recommend making two copies of each pages. Each dice card has a corresponding number card. There are 36 cards - 18 pairs. This game is played like the traditional Go Fish game.

This printable Holiday Elf is perfect for the last few days before vacation. The color by numbers activity is aligned with the Common Core Standards (5.OA.1). Students solve each of the numerical expressions using order of operations. Then using the color code on the page, students color each section of the elf. * I have added a page for students to show their work * If you like this freebie, check out my other Color by Numbers products. Back to School(Grades 3-5) Winter Edition(Grades 3-5) S

These interactive notebook pages will help your students learn the divisibility rules for 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 9. There are 3 versions of the second page so you can differentiate instruction based on how much you want your students to write. Enjoy! Kim

This writing template was created to be used with The Snow Globe Family by Jane O'Connor but could easily be used as a stand alone writing assignment. It includes a page with a writing prompt, an extra page for those who need more lines, and a modified page for those students that need more assistance to complete the assignment. Any questions? Do not hesitate to ask. Kim

This game is based on the game that kids play in PE class. It gets the students moving while reinforcing equivalent fractions at the same time. This game works well in the gym or other large room. It can be played in the classroom or even outside. There are enought cards to play two different games or combined all the cards to make the game more challenging. Game includes: Title page Teacher instructions Game directions 8 Posters/Simplified fractions (4 for each g

This two player game is perfect for reinforcing multiplication of whole numbers. It is Common Core Aligned (5.NBT.5 and 4.NBT.5). This product contains three versions of the game - a color version, a black and white version, and a one-page version (contains the rules, game board and problems all on a single page). The one-page version is perfect to send home and have the students complete with a family member. Game includes: Teacher directions Student directions

This activity was inspired by my son who is in the third grade. These two color by numbers activities are aligned with the Common Core Standard (3.OA.7) Students fill in the missing factor in each equation. Then using the color code on the page, students color each section of the picture. * I have added a page for students to show their work * Borders by: Katie Dang http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Katie-Dang Clip Art by: My Cute Graphics http://www.mycutegraphics.com/ Any questio

These three polygon activities concentrate on reinforcing the attitibutes of each shape. The activities are common core aligned (5.G.3) and student centered. "Polygon Attribute Match Three": has the students matching three cards - a shape card, a name card, and a card with the list of attributes. "Guess My Shape": has students using clues to guess the correct polygon. "Classifying Polygons": has the student listing all the ways they can classify a particular polygon. #myfavoritethings2014

This bundle contains 3 fraction activities. *Fraction Go Fish:Mixed Numbers/Improper fractions *Fraction Shipwreck:Equivalent Fractions *Fraction Hunt:Simplifying Fractions You get all 3 activities for over 20% off the price of buying them separately. All are Common Core Aligned. Fraction Go Fish works well in small groups or for a center activity. Fraction Shipwreck and Fraction Hunt get your students moving and can be used with the entire class. #myfavoritethings2014 C

This Color by Numbers activity reinforces adding and subtracting within 20 (1.OA.6 and 2.OA.2) Seven different themes are represented. Halloween Thanksgiving Christmas Valentine's Day St. Patrick's Day Easter/Spring Summer Each category has two different pictures, one addition and the other subtraction. Halloween and Thanksgiving contains adding and subtraction within 10 while the others are within 20. You can have your students practice their adding and subtracting skills throughout the ye

This activity consists of three sets of metric equivalent task cards. Each set is color coded. Purple for meters, pink for grams, and green for liters. Each set comes with a title page, directions, recording sheet, answer key, and 16 task cards. This activity is aligned with the 5th grade Common Core Standard 5.MD.1 You can use this in a center, for a cooperative group activity, or for individuals you finish early or need extra practice. Cut out the task cards and laminate for durability. B